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Of all the impressive wins top-ranked Kentucky has collected in marquee games this season, Saturday's 84-67 dismantling of No. 18 Arkansas speaks a little louder than most. The undefeated Wildcats clinched the Southeastern Conference regular-season title, and the Razorbacks rarely had a chance after the early minutes, a common theme in many of Kentucky's wins over ranked opponents. Andrew Harrison and Trey Lyles each scored 18 points as the Wildcats (29-0, 16-0 in the SEC) dominated at both ends in the long-awaited matchup of the conference's top two teams. This victory was noteworthy beyond earning the program's 46th league title. Kentucky ended a three-game losing...

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